Stormwater Technician Apprentice

City of Leesburg • Leesburg, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this class is to perform routine manual work in the Stormwater division. This class is responsible for service work such as digging trenches, cleaning ditches; assists with installation of fixtures such as pipes, valves, fittings, and manholes; landscape, road, sidewalk, driveway restoration and other outdoor work. Completes logs or routine records. The class works according to set procedures under direct supervision. Weekend, holiday and after hours work may be required, as well as after-hours response and emergencies.

Requirements

• Requires a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must obtain the following certifications within 18 months of hire (City will provide training): TTC approved certification, Confined Space Entry Certification and Class C Stormwater Certification.
• Requires a valid State of Florida driver license and satisfactory driving record as a condition of initial and continued employment.
• Must obtain a Class B CDL permit within 6 months of hire and Class B CDL within one year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Operates vehicles such as trucks to haul people or material to job sites.
• Loads and unloads materials such as gravel, dirt, timber, chemicals, or other materials, tools, and equipment.
• Performs maintenance duties as assigned ; assists with setting up forms and pouring concrete, serves as traffic flagger on street or utility projects.
• Maintains outdoor areas by cutting grass, pruning trees and bushes, raking leaves and debris, and other maintenance tasks.
• Performs utility service work such as digging trenches, cleaning ditches; assists with installation of fixtures such as pipes, manholes, and sewer lines.
• Performs maintenance functions such as greasing and maintaining equipment, and replacing valves; performs light repairs and installations as directed.
• Maintains indoor areas such as shop, facilities and office areas, performing light maintenance such as painting and minor repairs.
• This position is subject to assigned on call rotation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED